Kasey and Jesse sit down for a focused unpacking of Episode  1’s conversation with Pamela Cross.

They explore:

• Real-world examples of coercive control, like quiet punishments and shifting supports disguised as care

• How queer harm becomes invisible—to systems, community, and sometimes ourselves

• Why reclaiming small moments—choosing your outfit, speaking your truth—is often the first step toward joy and self-trust

If you’ve ever wondered, “Was that abuse?” or felt like your experience didn't fit the stories others tell, this episode is for you.

Queer-Centered Resources

• Spectrum Waterloo Region – peer support, trans-affirming counselling, and community groups in KW

  https://ourspectrum.com/

• OK2BME (KW) – free counselling and peer groups for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth under 29

  https://ok2bme.ca/

• The Bridge Brant – Brantford’s queer community hub offering advocacy, safer-space training, and social events

  https://www.thebridgebrant.com/https://www.thebridgebrant.com/

• LGBT YouthLine (Ontario‑wide) – peer-support helpline for queer youth via phone, chat, or text

  https://www.youthline.ca/

More Support

• Wilfrid Laurier Gendered Violence Prevention & Support → students.wlu.ca | 📧 [email protected]

• Ontario Coalition of Rape Crisis Centres (OCRCC) → ocrcc.ca

• ShelterSafe Canada → sheltersafe.ca